Lesson Plan

Stress Busters Lesson Plan

Students will learn to identify and manage stress by recognizing feelings and practicing simple, calming techniques.

This lesson empowers young learners with tools to cope with stress, fostering early emotional regulation and resilience for school and home.

Audience

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Approach

Materials

Prep

Preparation

10 minutes

Step 1

Introduction and Discussion

5 minutes

Step 2

Video and Guided Practice

7 minutes

Step 3

Worksheet Activity

10 minutes

Step 4

Wrap-Up Discussion

8 minutes

Slide Deck

Welcome to Stress Busters!

Introduce the topic in a friendly way. Explain that today we will learn about how our bodies and minds sometimes feel 'stressed' and how we can feel better using calming techniques. Encourage participation by asking simple questions like: 'Do you know what calm means?'

What is Stress?

Explain the concept of stress simply. Use relatable examples like feeling upset when a toy is lost or during a scary noise. Keep language simple and interactive.

Introduce the video that shows grounding techniques. Explain that these are fun exercises that help make our bodies and minds feel calm. Remind children to watch and listen carefully.

Let's Practice Calming Techniques!

Encourage the students to stand up and try some movements. Guide them through a simple exercise, like taking a deep breath or stretching gently.

Create Your Calm Place

Wrap up by linking the lesson to the worksheet activity. Ask students about their calm place and encourage them to draw it. Remind them that it's okay to feel stress and they have tools to help them feel better.